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Thank You

for Making the 5th Annual Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo a Success!

What a ride!

August 29, Wausau, WI – The morning brought wet pavement and a few damp layers, but it didn’t dampen the enthusiasm of the riders who showed up ready to ride.

And that’s what makes this event special.

The Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo isn’t just about the miles. It’s about the people who come together to make the day happen—the riders who take on the roads, the volunteers who keep everyone moving, the sponsors who help make the event possible, and the community that comes together to support a good cause.

Thank you for making Year Five one to remember!

Strava Results

2026 Strava Challenge Winners

This year's 101-mile Century riders had an extra challenge: three timed Strava segments totaling 27.2 miles.

The rest of the Fondo was about riding your own ride—but on those segments, it was time to put the hammer down!

Congratulations to our 2026 winners!

Congratulations to everyone who took on the challenge!

Strava Segment Winners by Age/Gender Class

Name	Name	Seg.1 time (hh:mm:ss)	Seg.2 time (hh:mm:ss)	Seg.3 time (hh:mm:ss)	Combined Seg. Time (hh:mm:ss)	Rank in Class
Men 20 to 29	Aitor Azkarraga	0:23:38	0:29:09	0:08:44	1:01:31	1
Men 30 to 39	Labi Shabani	0:23:35	0:29:07	0:08:43	1:01:25	1
Men 40 to 49	Joseph Nolan	0:29:56	0:37:32	0:11:48	1:19:16	1
Men 50 to 59	Heath Pucel	0:35:46	0:48:05	0:12:37	1:36:28	1
Men 60 to 69	William Haas	0:28:05	0:37:40	0:10:47	1:16:32	1
Women 40 to 49	Kim Burkhardt	0:36:32	0:48:29	0:12:51	1:37:52	1
Women 60 to 69	Susan Henning	0:29:55	0:37:35	0:11:33	1:19:03	1

VIEW FULL STRAVA TIMES & RANKINGS HERE.

Supporting Local Causes

Riding for a Cause

One of the things we're most proud of about the Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo is that the miles mean more.

This year's event raised money to support Bridge Street Mission and NAMI, two organizations doing important work in our community.

Thank you to every rider, sponsor and volunteer who helped make that possible.

You rode. You supported your community. You made a difference.

Thank you Volunteers and Sponsors!

To Our Volunteers:

We Couldn't Do It Without You

Long before the first rider rolled out, our volunteers were already at work.

From setup and registration to rest stops, road crossings, SAG support and everything in between, it takes a lot of people behind the scenes to create a safe and enjoyable ride.

Thank you for giving your time, your energy and your Saturday to make the Fondo happen.

You are a huge part of what makes this event possible.

To Our Sponsors:

Thank You for Supporting the Ride

Our sponsors help turn an idea into an event.

Their support helps provide the roads, rest stops, rider support and post-ride experience that make the Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo possible.

Please join us in thanking the businesses and organizations that supported the 5th Annual Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo.

We encourage you to support the businesses that support our cycling community!

To Our Riders:

Thank You!

Whether you rode 35, 73 or 101 miles, we hope you found some beautiful roads, good company and a few moments that made you glad you spent your Saturday on a bike.

Maybe you were chasing a personal goal. Maybe you were riding with friends. Maybe you were simply looking for a great day in the saddle.

Whatever brought you to the Fondo, we’re glad you were here.

And to everyone who rode despite the wet roads and gray skies: you definitely earned bragging rights.

Be the First to Know About Year Six!

Already thinking about next year’s ride? We are, too.

Join the Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo mailing list and we’ll let you know when registration opens for the 6th Annual Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo—along with important dates, route information and other Fondo news.